MOScholars Scholarship Program

The new life-changing MOScholars Scholarship Program transforms taxes you are already paying into scholarships for students with special needs and low-income students, giving them the opportunity to attend schools that meet their specific needs.

You can redirect up to 100% of the taxes you are ALREADY paying the state each year towards creating scholarships for Missouri children.

A MOScholars tax credit is equal to 100% of an eligible donation, not to exceed 50% of the donor’s state tax liability for the tax year the credit is claimed. MOScholars tax credits may be carried forward for four (4) subsequent tax years. The tax credit is not sellable, transferrable, or refundable.

With over 1,300 scholarships already awarded in its first year, this program has made a significant impact on disadvantaged students' lives across the state, but it has the potential to help thousands of more students each year.

Student Eligibility

Per statute, a qualified scholarship recipient must be an elementary or secondary school student who is a Missouri resident and resides in a county with a charter form of government or a city with at least 30,000 residents. A list of these eligible counties and cities is available here.

Invest In Missouri’s Future

By contributing to the Missouri Scholars Tax Credit Program, you're investing in the educational opportunities of students who might not otherwise have access to quality education. Your donation can help break down barriers and create a brighter future for these promising young Missourians.

How It Works

  1. Visit the Missouri Treasurer’s website.

  2. Reserve a tax credit through via the Tax Credit Reservation Portal.

  3. Fill out the required information and choose the donation amount.

  4. Choose an Educational Assistance Organization (EAO) to support. The EAO will use your donation to provide scholarships for underprivileged students.

  5. Receive a tax credit equal to 100% of your donation amount, directly reducing your state tax liability.

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